Plans for the Great North Road Solar and Biodiversity Park in Nottinghamshire have advanced following a six-week public consultation. Developer Elements Green gathered over 300 pieces of feedback and engaged with more than 500 residents across nine events between January 9 and February 20.
The proposed solar farm, northwest of Newark-on-Trent, aims to generate up to 800 MW of electricity—enough to power around 400,000 homes and businesses. It will also include battery storage, 50,000 new trees, 800 acres of wildlife areas, and 46 km of hedgerows. The project features 19 new routes connecting public footpaths and a £40 million community fund for local initiatives.
Elements Green has secured partnerships with the RSPB, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, and Pro Renewables, which will supply British steel for the project. The next step is submitting a development consent order application, which will undergo a formal review process with additional public input.
